Safety warning Serious risk 14 August 2023

Diafield Heat Gun sold via Amazon

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Diafield Heat Gun sold via Amazon
Photo: official notice
Affected
Green hand-held heat gun with black power supply cord, supplied in brown cardboard packaging.
The problem
The product presents a serious risk of fire as the plug can wear over time, causing it to overheat.
What to do
The listings have been taken down. If you bought one, stop using it and contact the seller for a refund.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Electrical appliances and equipment – Heat Tool
Brand Diafield
Model Number L-988, 1-TL14UK01
ASIN B0B5FYTP6H
Product Identifiers X001LDBJ9J, FBA15GQXJBNJU000006, SKU: BGJ-TL14UK01.
Country of Origin China
Product Description Green hand-held heat gun with black power supply cord, supplied in brown cardboard packaging.
Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of fire as the plug does not meet the requirements of BS 1363 as the pins are too short and the sleeved pins have a distinct step, which could cause damage to the socket. Over time if the pins wear down, the connectors on the socket could overheat and the plug could catch fire and burn the user.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.

The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).

Additional information

PSD case number: 2307-0126

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Can I get a refund?

In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.

Updated 14 August 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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